1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
